Knee X-Ray study aims to sharpen arthritis surgery decisions

NCT ID NCT03685019

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at different X-ray views and MRI scans to see which best shows cartilage damage in arthritic knees. Researchers planned to include 225 people with knee osteoarthritis, but only 8 were enrolled before the study was stopped. The goal was to improve how doctors decide between partial and total knee replacement.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors choose the right X-ray views to better decide if a patient needs partial knee replacement.

What could go wrong

The study was terminated early with only 8 participants, so results are very limited and may not apply broadly.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, knee

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.